2 Words, 1 Kingdom
May 6, 2018 Pastor: Jonathan Glisson Series: Come & Go
Scripture: Matthew 22:1–14
Introduction: Come & Go- These two words perfectly define the Purpose and Progress of the Kingdom of Heaven.
Framework: A Parable is an Earthly Story with a Heavenly Meaning.
The King’s Plan: A King, His Son, and a Banquet (Matthew 22:1-2)
God- the Father, Jesus, and the Kingdom of Heaven
The King’s Invitation to Come
1st Invitation (Matthew 22:3)
Sent Servants: Prophets
Invited Guests: People of Israel
RSVP: Refusal
Result: A Second Chance
2nd Invitation (Matthew 22:4-7)
Sent Servants: John-Baptist/Jesus
Invited Guests: People of Israel
RSVP: Apathy & Brutality
Result: Destruction & Displacement
The King’s Proclamation to Go - “…so Go…” (Matthew 22:9, 28:19)
3rd Invitation (Matthew 22:8-10)
Sent Servants: Us- His Church
Invited Guests: Anyone, Everywhere
RSVP: Come & Gather
Result: A Full House and a Fulfilled Kingdom
Application: We the Church, are the sent servants called to Go Everywhere and Invite Anyone to Come to the Kingdom.
The King’s Epilogue- Easy Come, Easy Go
An Invited Intruder (Matthew 22:11-14)
This man desired the Benefits of the Banquet, but rejected the Covering of the King.
Result: An Outsider in the Darkness
Application: Invitation only is not what makes you a part of the Kingdom. Are you clothed in the King’s Righteousness?
